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Commending and Expressing Appreciation to Daniel J. Rodefeld (Dan) on the Occasion of His Retirement from Madison Water Utility After 37 Years of Distinguished Service
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WHEREAS, Daniel J. Rodefeld (Dan) commenced his employment with Madison Water Utility on April 11, 1988; AND
WHEREAS, Dan served Madison Water Utility with distinction in progressively responsible roles, including Equipment Operator I from 1988 to 1998, Water Utility Operations Lead Worker from 1998 to 2002, Water Utility Field Supervisor from 2002 to 2006, and Operations Manager from 2006 through his retirement in 2025; AND
WHEREAS, throughout his tenure, Dan demonstrated exemplary leadership, technical expertise, and dedication to public service, overseeing day-to-day utility operations essential to the delivery of safe and reliable drinking water; AND
WHEREAS, Dan was instrumental in advancing workplace safety by introducing advanced safety technologies and establishing a comprehensive safety training program that positioned Madison Water Utility as a leader in safety and health practices within the State of Wisconsin and beyond; AND
WHEREAS, Dan provided prudent fiscal and operational oversight of the Utility’s vehicle fleet, ensuring the acquisition, maintenance, and timely replacement of equipment through well-managed budgets and a systematic ten-year renewal cycle; AND
WHEREAS, Dan led the modernization and digitization of chemical management systems through the implementation of computerized Material Safety Data Sheet systems, significantly improving safety, compliance, and operational efficiency and serving as a model subsequently adopted by other City departments; AND
WHEREAS, Dan implemented the FASTer fleet maintenance management and asset tracking system, resulting in increased fleet reliability, reduced downtime, and improved operational efficiency; AND
WHEREAS, Dan played a substantial role in the City of Madison’s lead service replacement program, contributing to the re...
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